Who’s in the lift?
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Curious kids step through the giant doors of the scenery lift at the Sydney Opera House and meet some amazing people from the stage and behind the scenes.
Lea, Bartram and Ziggy meet performing artist Hilton, who shares his incredible talent for tap dancing, playing the guitar, and creating percussion beats with his shoes!
Xavier, Nina and Henry discover how actor Jo uses his voice, body and costumes to create lots of dramatically different characters!
Lea, Henry and Emma meet conductor Vanessa and learn how she keeps the orchestra on track with her gestures and baton!
Ziggy, Nina and Emma learn how to perfect the drum roll as they meet Jess, a percussionist who can play thousands of instruments!
Bartram, Lea and Ziggy meet a lighting technician as they use different coloured lights to express emotions, and even throw a dance party!
Henry, Nina and Xavier meet stage manager Monica and learn how she keeps performances running smoothly from backstage!
Bartram, Lea and Owen spin, twirl and chicken dance as they meet Rhys (now at Sydney Dance Company) and Naomi to discover what it takes to be a ballet dancer!
Oliver, Indie and Emma meet Sydney Opera House’s piano tuner Terry, and take a peek inside a baby grand piano!
Emma, Xavier and Bartram meet an opera singer and see who can hit the highest note!
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